Realistically, the Wachau doesn’t aspire to compete directly with the world’s major shopping cities. Nevertheless, there are still a number of beautiful shops in the towns that would make a shopping trip totally worthwhile.

In this regard, Krems on its own can serve as a wonderful shopping destination and is thus not only because of its splendid architecture a must-see.

If you are still looking for more, all that Vienna can offer is only an hour away by car.